Managing High-Risk Fleet Drivers: Turning telematics data into safer behaviour
Modern fleet technology can tell managers more about driving behaviour than ever before. Telematics can identify speeding, harsh braking and other potentially risky driving patterns. Vehicle cameras can provide context around incidents, while AI-enabled systems can detect signs of distraction or fatigue. Driver records, licence checks and incident histories can also be brought together to […]
Brake celebrates fleet road safety excellence at 2026 UK Fleet Champions Awards
Fleet Summit partner and road safety charity Brake has recognised organisations and individuals making significant contributions to occupational road safety at its annual UK Fleet Champions Awards. More than 300 fleet industry professionals attended the ceremony at New Dock Hall in Leeds, where winners and runners-up were announced across 12 award categories. A total of […]
Google Maps adds real-time fuel prices to help drivers cut costs at the pump
Fleet managers and drivers can now compare petrol and diesel prices directly through Google Maps, following the integration of the UK Government’s Fuel Finder scheme into the navigation platform. The new functionality allows motorists to view near real-time pump prices at nearby filling stations, making it easier to identify cheaper fuel before refuelling. The Department […]
Record electric van uptake still falls well short of ZEV Mandate target
Battery electric van registrations reached a record monthly high in September, but uptake remains less than half the level required under the Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate, according to new figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). A total of 4,832 new battery electric vans (BEVs) joined UK roads during the month, up […]
VIDEO: Arval UK electric fleet passes 63,000 vehicles as BEV adoption accelerates
Arval UK now has more than 63,000 battery electric vehicles (BEVs) on its leased fleet, with electric models accounting for around 30% of the total, according to its latest Sustainability Report. The leasing and mobility specialist recorded a 16% increase in BEVs during 2025 compared with the previous year, highlighting the continuing shift towards electrification […]
Fleet Duty of Care: What Fleet Managers need to monitor and be aware of
Fleet duty of care is sometimes treated as a compliance exercise. Check driving licences. Confirm vehicles have an MOT. Record servicing. Issue a driver handbook. Keep the relevant documentation on file. All of those things can form part of a responsible fleet operation, but they do not in themselves demonstrate that work-related road risk is […]